The Grand National

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  • From April 12-14 the eyes of the world will be on Aintree Racecourse for the Grand National festival.Three days of spectacular racing will culminate with the famed Grand National itself, so in a series of special podcasts, the Liverpool Echo has had a look at the magic of the National as well as some amazing stories and moments connected to this legendary race. If you fancy a bet, we've also picked out some horses to put your money on, from rank outsiders to hot favourites. Stick with the Liverpool Echo for the best Grand National coverage.
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  • 5: Remembering the greatest Grand National moments

    5: Remembering the greatest Grand National moments
    Apr 4 2018
    The Grand National is the most legendary race in the world and has had more than its fair share of incredible stories over the years.Here Echo racing expert Chris Wright takes Neil Macdonald through some of the more remarkable tales and moments that have taken place on Aintree racecourse.Will we have another iconic race and winner this year? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    10 mins
  • 4: What makes a Grand National winner and assessing this year's favourites

    4: What makes a Grand National winner and assessing this year's favourites
    Apr 4 2018
    Echo racing expert Chris Wright has seen more Grand National winners than most.In our fourth Grand National podcast, Chris considers the special features a horse must have to become a Grand National victor.He also runs his expert eye over the favourites in this year's race. From BlakLion to Tiger Roll to Total Recall and more, which one is worth your money?Chris has the answers. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 min
  • 3: How the horses prepare for the Grand National and looking at 3-4 middle-priced horses

    3: How the horses prepare for the Grand National and looking at 3-4 middle-priced horses
    Apr 4 2018
    The Grand National throws up many unique challenges for horses and riders.In our third podcast, Echo racing expert Chris Wright discusses how horses are prepared for the big day, what trainers will be looking for and what may affect their final performance.He also looks at a few horses who are priced around the middle of the odds by the bookies, if you fancy having a bet. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins

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